Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocentrum
ID:
117289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 12(2): 82 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116618



Common Names

  • Taraxacum macrocentrum
  • Macrocentrum Dandelion
  • Macrocentrum Taraxacum


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Description

Taraxacum macrocentrum (also called Common Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny meadows, pastures, and roadsides, and has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum macrocentrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taraxacum macrocentrum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum macrocentrum is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Taraxacum macrocentrum

Taraxacum macrocentrum is native to Europe and can be found in the northern parts of the continent, including Finland, Sweden, and Norway.

Taraxacum macrocentrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taraxacum macrocentrum?

Taraxacum macrocentrum

What is the common name of Taraxacum macrocentrum?

Large-Centred Dandelion

What is the natural habitat of Taraxacum macrocentrum?

Taraxacum macrocentrum is found in dry, open areas in northern Europe and Asia.

Species in the Taraxacum genus

Taraxacum amborum, Taraxacum cuspidifrons, Taraxacum ochrospermum, Taraxacum vestrobottnicum, Taraxacum flugum, Taraxacum ampliusculum, Taraxacum dispar, Taraxacum variegatum, Taraxacum protractifolium, Taraxacum annae, Taraxacum peraccommodatum, Taraxacum porphyranthum, Taraxacum maeandriforme, Taraxacum leucoglossum, Taraxacum sigillatum, Taraxacum subtenuiforme, Taraxacum ischnolepis, Taraxacum sacrificatum, Taraxacum magnolevigatum, Taraxacum aurorum, Taraxacum euryphyllum, Taraxacum carneocoloratum, Taraxacum arquitenens, Taraxacum bezidum, Taraxacum promontoriorum, Taraxacum schugnanicum, Taraxacum kasachum, Taraxacum uliginosum, Taraxacum oxycentrum, Taraxacum sagittifolium, Taraxacum pictidum, Taraxacum infestum, Taraxacum pervalidum, Taraxacum vanum, Taraxacum enontekiense, Taraxacum crassipes, Taraxacum geirhildae, Taraxacum balcanicum, Taraxacum parvuliforme, Taraxacum pieninicum, Taraxacum pallidissimum, Taraxacum pseudoroseum, Taraxacum japonicum, Taraxacum roseoflavescens, Taraxacum thessalicum, Taraxacum selenoides, Taraxacum pastiniferum, Taraxacum macilentum, Taraxacum latisectum, Taraxacum pseudosuecicum,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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